Seafarers and life at sea, challenges and opportunities.

Seafarers worldwide are poised to receive a significant pay increase following a landmark agreement reached at the International Labour Organization (ILO) in Geneva. The new minimum wage for able seafarers …

The IMO has recognized seafarers as key workers amid MLC amendments, emphasizing their vital role in global trade and the need for improved welfare and rights.

The IMO has adopted new guidelines to protect seafarers’ rights and combat substandard shipping practices, addressing the alarming rise in abandonment cases.

Explore the evolving challenges in the maritime industry regarding seafarers’ rights and welfare, the need for improved conditions, and recruitment strategies.

A report highlights Africa’s potential to solve the shipping industry’s crewing crisis, emphasizing the need for immediate action to recruit and train seafarers from the continent.

If you’ve spent time working on ships, you might be thinking about trading the waves for a desk job on land. Many seafarers are exploring shore-based roles after years at …

A new report by the Lloyd’s Register Foundation proposes solutions to the global seafarer shortage, focusing on Africa’s talent and women’s roles in maritime.

Discover diverse merchant navy jobs, from deck officers to engineers, and embark on a rewarding maritime career.

Explore the seafarer career path, essential skills, training, and future opportunities in the maritime industry.

Discover the seafarers’ lifestyle, focusing on work-life balance, well-being, and social connections at sea.